'This is what we do' - Wednesday, August 30, 2023 - Top News from WTOP

TOP NEWS | August 30, 2023 [Web version](   [Fairfax Co. search and rescue team ready to help in Florida as Hurricane Idalia touches down]( Known as Virginia Task Force 1, the team consists of uniformed and volunteer Fairfax County Fire and Rescue members, civilian structural engineers and emergency room physicians. [READ MORE](   [Labor Day travel expected to be up over last year; gas prices moderate]( “Whether you are hitting the road, headed to the airport or getting ready to sail over the holiday weekend, travelers should expect a lot of company and plan accordingly.” [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Local news. Traffic. Weather. Hear it all on WTOP!]( We've got the latest local news, traffic and weather information impacting listeners across the Washington region. Everything you need, every time you listen. WTOP News 103.5FM. Listen Now.   [Droughts have scientists concerned about a key drinking water source: the Potomac River]( Potomac River water levels detected last week are the lowest seen since 2010. Scientists have begun talking about bringing more water into the region. [READ MORE](   [Jury convicts 5 people of blocking access to DC reproductive health clinic]( The Justice Department states the group "engaged in a conspiracy to create a blockade at the reproductive health care clinic to prevent the clinic from providing, and patients from receiving, reproductive health services." [READ MORE](   Sponsored by D.C. Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking [NLADA empowers ‘equal justice community' by forming a captive insurance company in DC]( Jo-Ann Wallace, president, CEO and board chair of NLADA Mutual Insurance Co., a Risk Retention Group, discusses her goal to have increased control over all aspects of the pricing, policies, claims and related services.   [A super sky show Wednesday night: How to catch the ‘full super blue moon']( The D.C. area, weather permitting, has a chance to see a rare "full super blue moon" Wednesday night. The last time this happened was in 2018. [READ MORE](   [If you need help, does Prince George's Co. have the firefighter staffing to provide it?]( Prince George's County can't hire firefighters and paramedics fast enough, and the staffing issues stem from the hiring process and the budget. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [High-yield savings: How it can help you on your next summer vacation]( As you start planning next year's getaway, you may want to consider opening a high-yield savings account to maximize your dollar.   [Back-to-school stress can be ‘healthy,' DC doctor says]( A MedStar Health survey found that most parents have a mix of excitement and worry, especially concerning their children's physical and mental well-being when they return to school. [READ MORE](   [New slogan and campaign tries to lure tourists to DC]( “There's only one D.C.” The campaign will play on the unique offerings of the city, specifically the free museums and monuments, fine dining, sports teams and culture. [READ MORE](   Insight by Amazon [With HQ2, Amazon will create jobs, but it aims to help grow region's affordable housing too]( By partnering with community and nonprofit groups, like the Arlington Partnership for Affordable Housing, Amazon pumps fund into efforts radically boost availability of affordable housing in sought-after areas near transportation.   [Ahead of schedule: Metro wraps up Green Line work early, stations to reopen Saturday]( The Greenbelt, College Park-University of Maryland, Hyattsville Crossing and West Hyattsville stations were closed in late July while Metro installed fiber optic cable for radio and signal improvements. [READ MORE](   [Virginia Tech Preview: Hokies looking to return to form]( Virginia Tech begins its college football season by confronting one of the ghosts of 2022: Old Dominion -- exactly one year after the Monarchs shocked the Hokies in Norfolk. [READ MORE](   SPONSORED CONTENT [Federal News Network's Cyber Leaders Exchange 2023 | Register Now]( Where are agencies on zero trust? What's happening with supply chain risk management? Is the government prepared for quantum and beyond? Join us September 12-14 for this exclusive virtual event. You'll hear from CISA, DHS, NASA, NIST, the Navy, OMB and more.   [DC's Lincoln Theatre swaps ‘Greased Lightning' for ‘Grease with a Side of Mumbo Sauce']( The Black Broadway production company that previously staged “The Giz” at Lincoln Theatre now brings a D.C.-based spin on the musical “Grease” from Sept. 8-10. [READ MORE](   [WTOP TOP 10: 2023 Best Seafood]( WTOP readers and listeners nominated a number of local businesses that serve seafood in D.C., Maryland and Virginia. Here are the favorites. [READ MORE](   Sponsored by Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital [Microchipping your pets: How does it work?]( Your pet is lost and you have no clue where to start. Thousands of pets go missing every year. 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